Bill March is a veteran of the Cleveland music scene.

Bill March is a singer/songwriter from Cleveland, Ohio whose original songs have received airplay on radio stations/streaming platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music. He has performed solo and with a countless number of bands, in a career spanning over three decades. Bill has played with Jonah Koslen and the Heroes, Wally Bryson of the Raspberries and is a founding member of Amherst Records recording artists, Beau Coup.

About the Artist

Singer-Songwriter Bill March’s thoughtful and introspective songwriting, combined with his melodic and soulful pop/rock musical style reflects his early influencers from Paul McCartney to Brian Wilson.  Using the Internet to his advantage, Bill’s original songs have gained airplay and exposure on sites like Spotify, Apple Music, Facebook, SoundCloud, and Reverbnation.

Background

With roots in Cleveland, Ohio, Bill March began playing music at the early age.  Inspired by Paul McCartney, he trained as a bass player, honed his vocal skills and subsequently became a working musician.  As student at the Berklee College of Music in Boston for a year, he studied music theory and learned to visualize music. After a brief stretch with a band in California, Bill returned to Cleveland and became skilled in guitar and piano as part of his songwriting journey.  

While back in Cleveland and well-known for his bass playing prowess, Bill played with established recording acts and singer/songwriters, during which he still focused on his own music.  In the ‘80’s, he became one of the founding members Amherst Records recording artists, Beau Coup.  With a record contract in hand and songs getting heavy airplay on Cleveland and regional radio, it was an exciting time.

In the early ‘90’s, Bill played with several bands in New York for three years and moved back to Cleveland,  working as a freelance musician, solo performer, and supporting other local musicians satisfying his craving for music.  

More recently, Bill wanted to dig back into not only live performances, but also writing and recording more of his music.  He continues to play bass with bands including Wally Bryson (Raspberries and Fotomaker), as well as Jonah Koslen (Michael Stanley Band and Breathless) who he has worked with for more than 25 years.   

RECORDINGS

Bill’s strong commitment to music continues today as he records his original songs and covers that have received airplay on radio stations/streaming platforms.  In addition, he is recording originals from other musicians. His first EP, entitled Songs From a Lifetime was released in 2018 and his second EP, Home Remedies, was released at an event held at The Music Box (Cleveland, Ohio) on July 15, 2021.